If you’re looking for somewhere unusual to stay this summer then Airbnb could be the answer to all of your questions. Whether you want to stay on a boat, in a castle or even a UFO-style flying saucer then you are spoilt for choice on the home rental website.
We have rounded up some of the most unusual properties you can stay in this summer. And they are dotted across the country from the depths of Cornwall through to the hills of the Yorkshire Dales so you won’t be too far from one of these quirky rentals wherever you fancy a staycation.
Airbnb allows people to list their homes and rentals to be hired out by people who fancy a break or for a longer duration. Prices vary depending on the owner of the property.
7. Where: Portpatrick, Scotland, United Kingdom Nestled among 2,000 acres of your own private grounds, this hidden gem resides within the Scottish countryside. The fascinating four-bedroom apartment inside the Edwardian Castle combines vintage charm with boutique flair with many secret spots to sit and absorb the tranquil grounds. Every effort has been made to preserve the original features of the Castle, including the stripped-back blond hardwood floor, and the art deco spiral staircase from a Glaswegian company at the height of its industrial heyday. History buffs will particularly delight at the original furniture, artworks and artefacts dotted throughout the space. At the time of writing the property cost £358 per night.
Edwardian historic castle | Airbnb
8. Where: Llanafan-Fawr, Wales, United Kingdom Stay in the first of these fully autonomous living pods created by inventor Jag Virdie famous for his luxury car designs at Bentley and Maclaren. Described as a ball of molten sunshine dropping from the sky, you’ll wonder how the Conker ever got to its mountaintop home amongst the swooping Red Kites. This is an all-in-one escapist, intimate short break featured in George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces, Escape to the Country and currently streaming on World’s most secret hotels on C4. Inside the Conker you have a tiny cooker and fridge and heating -a large bed and modular furniture for you to play games and read if the weather is bad. Outside, there is also a toilet and a separate hot shower with marvellous views and your woodland. At the time of writing, prices were from £170 a night.
Earth Conker | Airbnb Photo: Airbnb
9. Retreat to the deck of this sustainable getaway and gaze at the twinkling constellations under a cosy tartan blanket. AirShip 2 is an iconic, insulated aluminium pod designed by Roderick James with views of the Sound of Mull from dragonfly windows. Airship002 is comfortable, quirky and cool. It does not pretend to be a five-star hotel. The reviews tell the story. If booked for the dates you want check out our new listing The Pilot House, Drimnin which is on the same 4-acre site. The kitchen has a toaster, electric kettle, Tefal halogen hob, and combination oven/microwave. All pots and pans, plates, glasses, and cutlery were provided. All you will need to bring is your food. worth stocking up on your way in as Lochaline is the nearest place to shop which is 8 miles away. The AirShip is situated in a beautiful, secluded position on a four-acre site. Stunning views reach across the Sound of Mull towards Tobermory on the Isle of Mull and out to sea toward Ardnamurchan Point.
Unique and Secluded AirShip | AirBnb Photo: Airbnb